Structural Staff Engineer

Coughlin Porter Lundeen is a civil and structural engineering firm focused in the Pacific Northwest, partnering with clients across markets to bring unique project visions to life. Founded almost 30 years ago, our vision continues to guide everything we do.

• Commitment to Quality
  , every drawing, every detail.
• Creativity
  , from project solutions to the way we define our roles.
• An Empowered Team
  , continued learning and development.
• Collaboration and Respect
  , with our clients and within our own professional work environment.
• Community
  , supporting the causes most important to our staff and city.

We are seeking a Structural Staff Engineer to design and prepare construction documents across diverse project types and building materials. As an integral member of the design process, you will develop project management skills, lead in‑house design teams, and serve a diverse range of clients. This role involves every aspect of the project—from design through construction—and requires sound technical, strong communication, and a professional attitude.

• BSCE or MSCE degree (MSCE preferred)
• 0–4 years structural design experience
• Minimum EIT license required and in process to obtain P.E.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Initiative, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize, manage time and projects, and multi‑task in a demanding, fast‑paced environment
• Works effectively as an individual or as part of a project team
• Fluency in English with strong verbal and written skills
• Collaboration with all levels of management, staff, and clients in diverse environments
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite
• Adherence to our core values
• Ability to drive locally and travel domestically as needed

• Drive to client project locations, primarily in the greater Seattle area
• Travel by airplane domestically for client projects, campus recruiting, conferences, etc.
• Require sitting for extended periods at a computer
• Stand, reach, bend, twist, squat, and move freely in an office environment; may need to lift up to 25 lbs
• Use office equipment such as phone, copier, printer, etc.

• $80,000–90,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Additional compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week (paid quarterly)
• Medical (HSA with employer contributions), dental, and vision
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company‑funded ORCA card
• PTO (15 days starting)
• 8 paid national holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
• 401(k) matching
• Annual bonuses and profit sharing (at company discretion)
• Monthly health and wellness stipend
• Employee assistance program

Additional information regarding our workplace and benefits can be found here.